COMC 1723 - Windows Operating System

Institution:

Minnesota State College Southeast

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Description:

Understanding of the operating system is essential for anyone who plans to do more than the very basics when working on a computer. Students will learn the purpose and function of the operating system. The use and purpose of folders and directories will be examined. Students will learn to keep track of and find documents that have been saved on the computer. Search options, including indexing and file organization will be used. Some of the many applications that are included in the Windows Vista operating system will be examined. Networks and network models will be explored . Students will learn the hows and whys of backing up data. Plus security issues will be covered. Even a few basic hardware issues will be explored. The look and feel of Windows Vista will be explored and utilized. (Prerequisites: None) (3 Credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.southeastmn.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 453-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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